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Manchester United are in advanced talks with Al-Nassr over a deal for Casemiro, as per reports.
The Saudi Pro League have been keeping a close eye on United this summer, having explored the possibility of signing a number of Red Devils.
Before the Club World Cup kicked off, Al-Hilal showed immense desire to sign Bruno Fernandes.
The Riyadh-based outfit were prepared to hand the Portuguese a very lucrative contract, but the United skipper decided to continue at Old Trafford.
Saudi clubs have also been linked with Jadon Sancho and Alejandro Garnacho, with United keen on offloading both wingers.
Now, a report suggests that Al-Nassr are pushing to sign the veteran United midfielder.
According to Saudi Arabian outlet Sport Jazirah (via the Manchester Evening News), Al-Nassr are close to signing Casemiro from the Premier League giants.
It is claimed negotiations are at an advanced stage for the transfer of the 33-year-old midfielder, who joined United in the summer of 2022 for a deal worth around £70m.
The ex-Real Madrid man attracted interest from Saudi last summer as well but he eventually stayed, and in the second half of the season, he endured a promising form and emerged as one of Ruben Amorim’s most important players. He started 10 Europa League games for the Mancunians.
However, considering his age and wages, United would be better off cashing in on the Brazil international, who is currently their highest paid player.
Casemiro’s sale could also crucially raise funds for a new midfielder. Recently, The Peoples Person relayed a report claiming Amorim wants to strengthen his midfield but the club’s hierarchy would only sanction a loan deal.
United are allegedly interested in Bayern Munich defensive midfielder João Palhinha, having conceded defeat in their pursuit of Atalanta midfielder Ederson, whose price tag is considered out of the club’s reach.
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